NEW DELHI: At least nine people were killed after a massive blaze broke out in a residential building in Shahdara in the early hours of Sunday. According to the Delhi Fire Services (DFS), a call regarding the fire was received at 3.27 am, following which 14 fire tenders and over 80 fire personnel were rushed to the spot. The flames were brought under control by around 8 am after a prolonged firefighting operation. DFS officials said at least nine people were rushed to hospital. Preliminary findings suggest that the fire may have been triggered by a short circuit. However, officials said the exact cause of the blaze is still being ascertained.
